Paleo Greek Bougatsa
Discover a delightful twist on a classic Greek dessert with this Paleo Greek Bougatsa recipe, a gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free take on a Mediterranean favorite. Featuring a perfectly flaky dough made with almond, tapioca, and coconut flours, these hand-held pastries are filled with a luscious custard crafted from creamy coconut milk, raw honey, and a zesty hint of lemon. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a sprinkle of warm cinnamon, this healthier bougatsa is a decadent treat that remains true to its traditional roots while being fully Paleo-friendly. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special snack, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in under an hour and serves up to eight!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 0.5 cup tapioca flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 0.25 cup raw honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large egg
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca flour, and coconut flour. Mix well.
Step 3
Add melted coconut oil, raw honey, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture and mix until dough forms.
Step 4
Roll the dough between two pieces of parchment paper to form a thin sheet, then cut into 12 square pieces.
Step 5
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt over low heat. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens into a custard, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 6
Spoon a small amount of custard onto the center of each dough square. Fold each one to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
Step 7
Carefully transfer the triangles to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and firm.
Step 9
Allow bougatsas to cool slightly, then dust the tops with cinnamon before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (899.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3148.7 |
| Total Fat 235.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 109.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g | |
| Cholesterol 658.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 980.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 210.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 35.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 89.3g | |
| Protein 67.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 161.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 564.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 665.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories